Government Meadows Mystery Cache

The Naches Wagon Trail was first crossed by early Northwest settlers in covered wagons (these early off-road vehicles had one- or two-horsepower engines and lots of ground clearance) in 1853. Only a few wagon trains ever crossed this trail through the 4800-ft elevation of Naches Pass due to the rugged terrain and later discovery of easier routes across the Cascades. The original route was so difficult that at the cliffs on the western edge of the route, the settlers lowered their wagons via rawhide ropes.

The first modern crossing by 4x4 vehicles occured a century later in 1953 when a group of enthusiasts in surplus flat-fender jeeps made a commemorative run on this famous route. It has been a favorite of Pacific Northwest wheelers ever since, and is used extensively by hikers, dirtbikers, ATVs, and snowmobilers.

This a great spot to camp and use your 4x4 or ATVs. We used horse, but use what you want to get here. Bring your sleeping bags and go out and cut some wood for a night by the fire even in the dead of winter. Wait to you see what is instore for you when you get to the cache spot. I am ready to make a weekend out of it. The PCT is near by so hike to Canada or Mex if you want.